unacceptable
Meaning
The term "unacceptable" refers to something that is not satisfactory or permissible, often used to express disapproval of a situation or behavior.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "unacceptable" with "unacceptable behavior," as the latter specifies actions rather than general standards.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Every
morning
the
small
team
gathers
in
the
office
kitchen
to
drink
coffee
and
plan
the
day
.
Lately
,
someone
has
been
leaving
dirty
dishes
in
the
sink
,
and
the
pile
is
starting
to
cause
problems
.
Our
manager
said
that
this
behavior
is
unacceptable
and
asked
everyone
to
wash
their
own
cups
after
use
.
Some
people
felt
embarrassed
,
but
most
agreed
that
a
simple
schedule
would
solve
the
problem
.
Since
the
meeting
,
the
team
has
been
following
the
new
plan
and
the
kitchen
is
cleaner
and
more
pleasant
for
everyone
.
Common Phrases
completely unacceptable
socially unacceptable
utterly unacceptable
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